About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Howlands, MA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If your loved one needs memory care in Howlands, A Place for Mom can help. With 5 memory care facilities in Howlands, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Howlands incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Howlands memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Howlands, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Plymouth, Fall River and New Bedford.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Plymouth, Fall River and New Bedford.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: All American Assisted Living at Wareham, Atria Fairhaven and Whaler's Cove
zipAverageCost: $6,701

Howlands Memory Care Facilities | 61 Reviews

Showing 5 communities
Last Updated: 11/20/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of All American Assisted Living at Wareham
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
22 reviews
9.3
Review score
22 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
14%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
It is a 5 in every category. We could not be happier with our choice. My sister is the happiest I have seen her in years. The staff is so attentive and genuinely friendly. There has been a change in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
See details
Photo of Atria Fairhaven
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
26 reviews
8.7
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
27%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
share the only item that they have failed at so far which was promised during the sale process, and that was Atria would provide transportation on any week day to and from his boat located close by. It was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Fairhaven is an inviting senior community located in a charming seaside town. Residents gather with friends and family in one of several beautiful common spaces and an array of exciting daily activities provides many opportunities for social engagement. Atria Senior Living is a leading...
See details
Photo of Whaler's Cove
1313 Photos available
7.0
Review score
13 reviews
7.0
Review score
13 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
8%
1 star
23%
See all reviews
Except the nursing staff boss - [name removed] - when I ask her something or tell her something about my brother's health, Well she isn't very helpful. They can't even take his temperature. Regular...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whaler's Cove Assisted Living has 120 safe and affordable rental apartments in a beautifully restored historic building. Life at Whaler's Cove means living independently for senior adults who no longer want the responsibility of maintaining a home but may need a helping hand with personal care...
See details
Photo of Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of memory care in Howlands, MA

The average cost of senior living in Howlands is $6,701 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,329 per month.

Memory care costs in Howlands, MA, vs. nearby cities

Howlands, MA
$6,701/mo

Memory care costs in Howlands, MA, vs. state and national averages

Howlands, MA
$6,701/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Howlands, MA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,701/mo

Memory care costs in Howlands, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,432/mo
Studio
$6,312/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,548/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,276/mo

Senior living costs in Howlands vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Howlands, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHowlands, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$6,701/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,701/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$5,915/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Howlands, MA:$6,701/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Howlands, MA:$6,701/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Howlands, MA:$5,915/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Howlands, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Howlands and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Howlands, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Howlands, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Howlands have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Howlands, MA$7,506/mo$6,990/mo+7.4%
Massachusetts$7,719/mo$7,317/mo+5.5%
National$5,499/mo$5,498/mo+0.0%
Howlands, MA
2024 average cost:$7,506/mo
2023 average cost:$6,990/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,719/mo
2023 average cost:$7,317/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,499/mo
2023 average cost:$5,498/mo
Percent change:+0.0%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Howlands

Recent reviews for memory care in Howlands

Autumn Glen at Dartmouth in North Dartmouth, MA

5.0
Previously my love one was at a different facility and I will say that it is much better for her. They provide a lot of nice programs that they run. They do have a Memory Care section and I find that the people here are just more caring. The staff team is very knowledgeable and communicative. If ...
Read more

The Arbors at Taunton

4.9
They did very well with communication with us. I was happy with my experience with the asstisted living. I would recommend to other families.

Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility to others. It was the least expensive for miles around. It is very homey. The staff and the owner are so nice. I can't say enough good things about this facility. The staff calls me for every little issue. For example, she fell a couple of times. They call ...
Read more

Howlands memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howlands memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howlands, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Howlands memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Howlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Howlands, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
66.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Howlands memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Howlands Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Howlands, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
27.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Howlands memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Howlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howlands, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
51%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Howlands memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Howlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howlands, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Howlands memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Howlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howlands, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
34.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Howlands

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Howlands protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

All American Assisted Living at Wareham, Atria Fairhaven and Whaler's Cove are the top-rated memory care facilities near Howlands, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Howlands, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Howlands, Massachusetts are Anchor Bay at East Providence and Sunrise of Plymouth Beach. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Howlands, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Howlands, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Howlands, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Howlands, Massachusetts ranges from $35 to $69161. The average Memory Care cost in Howlands, Massachusetts is $6,701. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Howlands, Massachusetts typically starts at $35. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top